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Math Teacher, 7-12, Full-time (1.0) – Lewiston-Altura Public Schools

Math Teacher, 7-12, Full-time (1.0) – Lewiston-Altura Public Schools

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Lewiston-Altura School District has an opening for a full-time 7-12 grade math teacher at the high school for the 2019-2020 school year. The 7-12 math position will be under the Education Minnesota Lewiston-Altura master agreement under supervision of the high school principal. The school day runs from 8:00 until 3:00 and teacher day begins at 7:30 and runs until 3:15. Candidates need to submit a completed application through the AppliTrack system in order to be consider for the position; all materials and questions can be directed to Cory Hanson, high school principal, at 507-523-2191.

Job Summary: This position develops lesson plans, conducts classroom instructions, evaluates and assesses both instructional material and student performance in courses from seventh grade through Calculus. The incumbent meets with parents, interprets student progress, and informs parents about student strengths, weaknesses, and or programs. This is one of three positions in the high school math department.

Required Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an education field
Minnesota 5-12 Mathematics licensure
Preferred Skills/Qualifications

Ability to communicate in Spanish to district families
Extra-Curricular Activities:  Extra-curricular opportunities may be available.

Special Education Teacher

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Teacher – Special Education (B-12)
Multiple Vacancies
Posting #2190

Major Responsibilities: Special Ed Teacher to serve students on IEP’s at Columbia Heights Public Schools.

Qualifications:

Appropriately licensed by MDE
Internal Posting Dates: February 28, 2019 – March 8, 2019
External Posting Dates: March 18 – Until Filled

Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).

Position begins at the start of the 2019-2020 school year.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to John Fry, Director of Special Education, 763-528-4540, [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.

General Definition of Work

Performs intermediate professional work preparing and providing training and instruction to students with disabilities, individually and in groups; motivating students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; monitoring progress in accordance with IEP’s, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Student Services.  Occasional oversight is exercised over Educational Assistants.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Assesses and evaluates needs of students; evaluates students’ progress, maintains appropriate records; prepares progress reports.

Translates lesson plans into learning experience based on needs and abilities of students.

Provides instruction in individual or group sessions.

Provides positive role model to students, teachers and demonstrates appropriate behavior and socialization skills.

Assists with the formulation and implements behavior modification programs.

Participates in various groups, meetings and committees.

Facilitates communication between various groups on behalf of the client or student.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of special education and specialty area; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to effectively and analyze needs and problems objectively; ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in teaching, or related field working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling and occasionally requires standing, sitting, climbing or balancing, tasting or smelling, lifting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, using measuring devices, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids and occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements

Minnesota Teaching license.

Experience working in a multi cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.

Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.

Last Revised:  9/14/2010

Spanish Teacher

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Spanish Teacher (CHHS and CA)
Posting #2230

Major Responsibilities: Work as a Spanish Teacher in Columbia Heights Public Schools. Performs difficult professional work teaching in a secondary school instructional program and classenvironment favorable to learning; teaching Spanish subject matter; teaching special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.

Qualifications:

Appropriately licensed in Spanish Language Education by MDE.
Bachelor’s degree in in teaching, or related field and moderate experience working with children, or equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Fluent in the Spanish Language both orally and in writing.
Experience working within a multi-cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.
Valid driver’s license in the State of Minnesota.
Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).

Position begins August 2019.

Internal Posting Dates: April 19, 2019 to April 22, 2019
External Posting Dates: April 23, 2019 to filled

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Dan Wrobleski, High School Principal, 763-528-4605 or [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.

General Definition of Work
Performs difficult professional work teaching in an elementary or secondary school instructional program and class
environment favorable to learning; teaching Spanish subject matter; teaching special needs students; motivating
students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the limited
supervision of the Principal.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for students including heritage students, English Learners and
Special Education students.
Translates lesson plans into effective learning experiences; integrates subject area content and technology.
Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students.
Instructs students in specialization and subject matter areas specified in state law and administrative regulations and
District procedures.
Instructs various levels of Spanish and teaches culture and history of the language.
Instructs using the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Language (ACTFL) standards.
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.
Assesses and evaluates student’s needs; provides instruction in individual or group sessions; acts as a mentor to
students; establishes and maintains behavior standards.
Formulates and implements behavior modification programs for students.
Administers standardized assessments in accordance with established procedures.
Encourages students to think independently along with developing and expressing original ideas.
Evaluates students’ progress; maintains records; prepares progress reports.
Communicates with students, counselors and parents through conferences and other means.
Maintains professional licensing and familiarity through in-service education and self-selected professional books and
instructional materials.
Organizes classroom and distributes materials.
Participates in curriculum development and programs including vertical alignment of K-12 Spanish, faculty
committees and student activity sponsorship as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of district practices and procedures; thorough knowledge
of principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of district rules, regulations and procedures;
ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written
reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in in teaching, or related field and moderate experience working with children, or equivalent
combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or
hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms and
occasionally requires sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has
standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the
spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is
required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral
communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer
data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to
outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal
protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds
maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements
Minnesota Teaching License.
Fluent in the Spanish Language both orally and in writing.
Experience working within a multi-cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.
Valid driver’s license in the State of Minnesota.

Media & Technology Teacher (two positions)

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Job Summary
Deliver district approved digital citizenship, keyboarding, coding, robotics and other basic technology instruction to designated grade levels of elementary students based on master schedule for the school.

1.0 FTE position at Kaposia Education Center

.8 FTE position at Lincoln Center

Arabic Teacher

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Arabic Teacher CHHS
Posting #2234

Major Responsibilities: Work as an Arabic Teacher in Columbia Heights Public Schools. Performs difficult professional work teaching in a secondary school instructional program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching Arabic subject matter; teaching special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.

Qualifications:

Appropriately licensed in Arabic Language Education by MDE.
Bachelor’s degree in in teaching, or related field and moderate experience working with children, or equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Fluent in the Arabic Language both orally and in writing.
Experience working within a multi-cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.
Valid driver’s license in the State of Minnesota.
Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).

Position begins August 2019.

Posting Dates: April 23, 2019 to filled

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Dan Wrobleski, High School Principal, 763-528-4605 or [email protected]

Interested applicants should apply online www.colheights.k12.mn.us

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.

General Definition of Work
Performs difficult professional work teaching in an elementary or secondary school instructional program and class
environment favorable to learning; teaching Arabic subject matter; teaching special needs students; motivating
students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned.  Work is performed under the limited
supervision of the Principal.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for students
Translates lesson plans into effective learning experiences; integrates subject area content and technology.
Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students.
Instructs students in specialization and subject matter areas specified in state law and administrative regulations and
District procedures.
Instructs various levels of Arabic and teaches culture and history of the language.
Instructs using the American Council on Teaching of Foreign Language (ACTFL) standards.
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.
Assesses and evaluates student’s needs; provides instruction in individual or group sessions; acts as a mentor to
students; establishes and maintains behavior standards.
Formulates and implements behavior modification programs for students.
Administers standardized assessments in accordance with established procedures.
Encourages students to think independently along with developing and expressing original ideas.
Evaluates students’ progress; maintains records; prepares progress reports.
Communicates with students, counselors and parents through conferences and other means.
Maintains professional licensing and familiarity through in-service education and self-selected professional books and
instructional materials.
Organizes classroom and distributes materials.
Participates in curriculum development and programs including vertical alignment of K-12 Arabic, faculty
committees and student activity sponsorship as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of district practices and procedures; thorough knowledge
of principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of district rules, regulations and procedures;
ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written
reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in in teaching, or related field and moderate experience working with children, or equivalent
combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or
hearing, frequently requires walking, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms and
occasionally requires sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has
standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the
spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is
required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral
communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer
data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to
outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal
protective equipment and exposure to bodily fluids; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds
maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements
Minnesota Teaching License.
Fluent in the Arabic Language both orally and in writing.
Experience working within a multi-cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.
Valid driver’s license in the State of Minnesota.

Physical Education – Elementary

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C.E. Jacobson in Rush City (K-6) is looking for a 1.0 FTE physical education teacher to begin August 26, 2019.  The licensed physical education teacher will be a self starter who has a strong background in fitness and team sports. This position requires programming for all students K-6. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate that can promote healthy lifestyles with our students. Candidates interested in coaching are encouraged as well.  Please contact Principal Staci Souhan at 320-358-1362 or email [email protected] with questions. This position is open until filled.